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Guides from Ontario Ice Skating Center
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.
October 16, 2026 · 3 min read
The Ice Bowl: A Short History of the Rink on Holt Blvd
Built in 1957 as the original ICE BOWL, the rink on West Holt Boulevard has a story worth knowing before your next skate.
October 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Planning a Birthday Party at the Rink: What the Package Includes
What the party package covers, what extra guests and extras cost, and the questions worth asking before you book.
October 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Broomball for a Youth Group, Troop or Office: What to Expect
Everything a troop leader, church organizer or office planner should know before booking an evening of tennis-shoe hockey.
October 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Tots or Pre-Alpha? How to Choose a Learn to Skate Class
Two beginner classes, one age line, and the practical details parents ask about before the first month.
October 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Your First Public Skate on Rental Skates: Lacing, Falling and Getting Back Up
A plain walk-through of a first session on the ice, from picking socks to standing up after your first fall.